garrapata
tick
garra
claw
+
pata
paw, foot
Garrapata means tick. Think of it as garra0 (claw0) + pata1 (paw1), like a tiny creature with 'claws on its paws' that clings to animals.
noun
- tickA small arachnid that feeds on the blood of animals and humans.Después del paseo, revisa a tu perro por si tiene garrapatas. // After the walk, check your dog for ticks.